Professional Journey

Starting in Tokyo, I ventured to San Diego and then back again, experiencing a rich tapestry of education and work. My journey began at Kanda Foreign Language Institute, where I graduated in November 2015 with a solid foundation in languages. My love for digital expression led me to Grossmont College, where I earned a degree in digital arts by June 2017. Pursuing my passion for user-centric design, I specialized in UI/UX at Digital Hollywood in Tokyo, graduating in September 2022.

Career Highlights

My career has been marked by the blend of communication skills and digital innovation. At Accor Hotels, I improved international guest relations, handling multilingual inquiries and complex situations with ease. At Tree Digital Studio Co., Ltd., I enhanced the UI/UX of educational AR games, using user feedback to refine both functionality and aesthetics. At Little Planet Inc., I gained valuable insights into AR/VR user experiences, studying how different demographics interact with these technologies.

Currently, as a Web Engineer, I use HTML5, CSS/SCSS, JavaScript, and Node.js to create responsive, engaging websites that exceed client expectations and enhance user engagement.

Creative Passions and Vision

Outside of my professional work, I enjoy exploring creative projects with software like Unity, TouchDesigner, openFrameworks, and p5.js. Recently, I've been fascinated by Houdini and its potential for creating detailed visual effects and animations. Looking forward, I'm excited to apply my diverse digital skills to innovate and solve problems creatively in future projects, pushing the boundaries of digital interaction and design. You can follow my creative journey on Instagram here.
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